Get ready to squash everything you know about pumpkins! We love pumpkin pie and pumpkin spice lattes just as much as the next person, but pumpkins offer so much more than all the traditional recipes you already know how to make. From pumpkin pastas to milk-braised pork with pumpkin, these swoon-worthy recipes will have your guests shouting, “Oh my gourd!”
Pumpkin Risotto from Prego in Houston
This recipe from Prego in Houston is a flavor-packed delight perfect for a weeknight meal or a fall-inspired dinner party. The roasted corn and toasted pumpkin seeds add texture, while the dried porcini mushrooms add earthy, umami flavor. It takes a little work, but with just one bite, you’ll see that this dish is worth it.
Pumpkin Hummus from Aba in Austin
Pumpkin hummus? Why not? This fan favorite comes from CJ Jacobson, chef-partner at Aba in Austin. Aba (which means ‘father’ in Arabic), has sister restaurants in Bar Harbour, FL, and Chicago. Pair this pumpkin hummus with the same bits and bobs you lay out for traditional hummus, and you’ll be the star of your next dinner party. If you’d rather leave the cooking to someone else, head to Aba in Austin, where it’s featured on their seasonal menu starting in October.
Pumpkin Magic Bars
Rich, thick, and layered with toffee chips, butterscotch chips, and pecans, these magic pumpkin bars have a lot going on. This recipe from Flavor Mosaic is as easy as pie – just layer each ingredient on top of the crust and bake! It’s a sweet and salty, textural superstar and a perfect way to showcase fall’s most beloved gourd.
Chorizo Pumpkin Pasta
The spicy, smoky chorizo pairs perfectly with the nutty flavor of pumpkin. Half and half cream and a load of cheese make this dish from Taste of Home one of your favorite new comfort foods for fall.
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
There are a lot of ingredients in this smoothie from Domesticate Me, but the end result is worth it. Pumpkin, Greek yogurt, banana, almond milk, pecans, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg come together for a sweet (and healthy) holiday smoothie that will have you looking forward to your alarm each morning.
Milk-Braised Pork with Pumpkin and Parmesan
This sophisticated dish from Allons-eat! is a showstopper! It starts with braising a pork shoulder in a milk bath, and it only gets better from there. This rich, tender pork falls apart, and the rich sauce – made with milk, cheese, pumpkin, sage, and white wine – is to die for! Add this one to your menu for the holidays!
Pumpkin Zucchini Muffins
These moist, fluffy muffins from Your Home, Made Healthy, use ingredients you probably have on hand right now. Bonus: they only take about 30 minutes to prep. These golden beauties are topped with a sweet vanilla glaze and a dusting of cinnamon. They’re the perfect way to start a crisp fall day.
Pumpkin Fudge
If you’re obsessed with all things pumpkin, this one’s for you! To add a festive treat to every holiday table, this pumpkin fudge from Simple Joy will do just the trick. It’s easy to make, addictive, and great to whip up with kids. Tip: Store this fudge in the refrigerator overnight before cutting. Once cut, store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
Skinny Pumpkin Dip
This no-bake skinny pumpkin dip only has five ingredients and can be made in about five minutes – perfect for the busy holiday rush! Pair this dip with crisp, in-season apple slices and other dipping delights such as vanilla wafers, graham crackers, pretzels, ginger snaps, and French toast sticks. This is a low-fat, low-sugar treat that makes every single bite that much better.
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